This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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> something that requires rendering What is rendering? Thanks. -jts
RE: differences between frame-accuracy or not… and match-frame edits! -John
Charles: >RC time code will give you +- 3 frames. I can't tell the difference betrween this an +-1 frame that SMPTE time code gives.< The only difference, really, is if you're doing animation or something that requires rendering, Tim Liebe
PMFJI – JVC is showing a digital camera at NAB that stores the video on disk. Things are a'changing. Hank Videology, Inc Where service is our product
The Control-L is a two-way communication link between the source deck/decks and the edit controller. RC time code will give you +- 3 frames. I can't tell the difference betrween this an +-1 frame that SMPTE time code gives. It's not the TR700 versus the L-2 or the Sony X3…
I haven't read about this specific camera, but read a note in a magazine about Hitachi showing a prototype that was not only digital, but actually solid state, the video stored in Flash memory chips. This was a prototype only, though. I had no idea that they had a product…
Arnie: >> you project the film image into a magnifying glass and videotape the magnifying glass imagesounds like a interesting concept, I have been trying to align this setup for about an hour now with no results. Could you elaborate on this a bit, i.e. distance between projector and camera.<…
Tim > you project the film image into a magnifying glass and videotape the magnifying glass image< sounds like a interesting concept, I have been trying to align this setup for about an hour now with no results. Could you elaborate on this a bit, i.e. distance between projector and…
John, Arnie: >Point the 8mm projector at a wall, and put your camcorder directly to the left or right of it. Creative framing et al., record.< I seem to recollect another method back in the days of Super-8 filmmaking that also might work for film-tape transfers: you project the film…
The Hitachi Z-2000 advertised in February Videography, p. 77 … is this a completely digital camera? If so, where is the image stream stored? -jts
Good estimate, although its possible we'll see some units this year, at least at the pro level. James
John: > I noted from prior messages that you've recently reviewed Astound 2.0 and liked it. You may have seen other messages that indicate I'm scratching around for a home video editing setup, preferrably computer based.< Hmmm…I liked Astound 2.0, but I'm not sure I'd consider it a DTV software,…
good idea, but my C++ is VERY rusty . if we ever get it into the lib, LET ME KNOW! Good day and good light, T. Patrick O'Hara (aka. Lightwriter)
John ,you hit the nail on the head. At this very moment the old Bell & Howell is sitting on the desk with the 450 on a tripodnext to it. I use a semi-glossy poster board on the wall. I have found that by keeping the projected image small (8-10…
Joel, Here is the expert opinion of the day (big grin) (although I would like to know its shortcomings from someone who does know what they are talking about …) Point the 8mm projector at a wall, and put your camcorder directly to the left or right of it. Creative…
T. Patrick, re: never had problems with EDL being off. A kindof cool utility someone might write/rit would be an EDL checker, ie. check all of the recorders inpoints and outpoints for "gaps" and or "overruns". -John
> Someday all this stuff will be digital. Two years? -jts
Thank you for the feedback on the TR700. Funny about the control – L accuracy. I read a report in Video magazine that said the SONY VX-3 was frame accurate for editing with control L. Of course, the VX-3 cost almost three times the TR700. Someday all this stuff will…
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#TR700, Opinions?
Message #3786
I use one industrially, and it holds up great. The L2 is a better choice if you need long or superwide lenes. I wouldn't expect the control-L to give you frame accurate vtr functions, but if you are really wondering if the RC timecode is accurate, I have never had…
#Homemade film transfer?
Message #3778
I've got some old 8mm film I would like to transfer. Any suggestions on the best homemade setup to do this. Thanks in advance
#VD 2.0 + Astound 2.0
Message #3768
I noted from prior messages that you've recently reviewed Astound 2.0 and liked it. You may have seen other messages that indicate I'm scratching around for a home video editing setup, preferrably computer based. I'm looking toward VD 2.0 with the studio option (Adda encoder card + external NTSC output…
Is that with the 3063 head? //Chris
I am a relatively new user of the L2 but I use the Bogen 3046 and have had no problems to speak of.
#Canon L1/L2 tripods?
Message #3036
Does anyone have any recommendations for a tripod for Canon L1/L2 cameras? Especially considering the weight and length of the 15X lens. Thanks! //Chris Freeborn
Ken: >BUT all the newly recorded stuff is in black and white! Before I spend an arm and a leg to have it fixed …. does anyone know what may have caused this and whether it would be an expensive repair? < Well, my wife suggested that your camcorder's been…
Rick: We're in Miramar, just south of you. Let's get together and see how we can work together. Barbara
I forgot to ask you what you shoot with your SteadiCam. How long you've been using it. What camera or cameras you use it with, etc. Rick
Hi Barbara, I do different kinds of video and graphics work. Industrial, live preformances, special events. As I pointed out I am currently pursuing the real estate area as well as live performances. I am positioning myself to take advantage of the multimedia opportunities that are comming about and is…
Patrick, hi. Isn't this a great place? Kind fills a niche that is currently covered in bits and sections of several fora. Paul
Russ, Yeah, but you'd develop a heck of a right arm . I don't even think a BetaCam will mount on SC Jr. And even if it would, you'd have to hang a bucket of rocks off the lower spar to counterbalance. Paul
Thanks for the info Stan, I had a pretty lengtly conversation with those folks and after seeing the specs and video for the upcoming Windows version, I can't wait. Hmmm…now if they would only come up with an IPAS for 3D Studio! 🙂 Dean Oliver Virtually Real
PMFJI, Hollywood FX is a frontend control for LightWave 3D. It allows you to do ADO-style moves using image sequences in LW. It has an easy to use interface, so even a novice can create exceptional work. I do not work for the company, I just had some chances to…
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SteadyCam Power Cord
Message #2886
Rick, I certainly do not qualify as professional yet but am slowly learning the ropes. I too have a Canon A1 Dig. and am looking at ways of smoothing things out. Particularly I am trying to shoot material on a moving sailboat both on the great lakes and in the…
#fx 510 color
Message #2881
I have a sony fx 510 8mm camcorder. I use svhs now for all productions, but I would like to use the sony for family stuff, etc,.because of its small size and decent picture quality BUT all the newly recorded stuff is in black and white! Before I spend an…
Rick: I'm a Steadicam JR user also, and my company is in South Florida. I'd love to hear more about what you do and where exactly you're located. Barbara A. Besteni, Publisher VIDEO FILE, Professional Journal Of The Video Entrepreneur
Rick, g'morning. I live in St. Louis. Been using a Steadicam Jr for about 8 months. I use it for poor man's tracking, dolly, and boom shots. I have a Sony TR700 mounted on it, which is much more camera than I have talent to use. The Steadicam and Optical…
Ok Thanks Dean Ill check em out. Bob.
Bob, Hollywood FX comes from Synergy. The address is: 300 East 4500 South Suite 100 Salt Lake City, Utah 84107 801-281-0237 Hope this helps! Dean Oliver Virtually Real
Hi Bob, All I can tell you about Hollywood FX is that I saw an ad for it in Video Toaster Users magazine that said they were coming out with a Windows version. If you call them, they will send you a video of what FX is all about. It…
I think my copy of Elastic Reality will go up for sale very very soon.. The only thing that holds me back is the plug-in that I heard will go on sale this month for Razor Pro. My biggest complaint on the windows package is the the aliasing/blending of warps…
I was under the impression that if you tried to use BetaCam on an SC Jr your camera would tip over and your hand would fall off. Russ Spencer
Hello Bob, Nice to see you here too! Yes, I have Elastic Reality and, like you, am getting tired of waiting for ERI to get us those Razor Pro plug-ins. I am seriously considering selling my copy and holding out for Hollywood FX. This is a true 3D transition, warping,…
Hi, Rick I am a Steady Cam user from Chicago. I use a Hi-8 Sony camera please let me know what you need.. Bob.
#Doubts about ERI
Message #2809
Hi Dean, You sure get around I see your name in every Fourm I belong to. When will the article be published. Love to read it. Bob The Design Shop.. PS. do you have elastic reality?? I am haveing my doubts on the quality of the warping output. Let me…
Jon: >We are considering making our on traning and promotional videos,but know what hardware/software is best for us . We have Windows bases PC.< Tho it may seem like heresy on this forum , have you considered a *non*-desktop video option? Let me ask just how sophisticated you intend your…
Bob: >Razor Pro is by In:Sync Corp …Hope this helps.< Sure does! Thanx! Tim
Welcome
Message #2803
Terry– Hi there, long time no chat! I have to agree with your original comment. The Mac remains the easiest, most powerful machine for program authoring. If you want to create videogames, CD-ROM, etc port the finished piece to MPC,Windows later. –Patrick Rafter
#New to the DTV Forum
Message #2802
John— It's great to finally have a DTV Forum. As the person who cruises CIS for Data Translation (makers of the Media 100 digital video system), I'll be a regular visitor. Please let me know if you're planning any particular activity, etc. Cheers! Patrick Rafter Evangelist Data Translation Marlboro, MA…
#Hardware/Software help
Message #2801
My name is Jon Burkeen I work for a small manufacturing Co. We are considering making our on traning and promotional videos,but know what hardware/software is best for us . We have Windows bases PC. I would appreciate any advise you could give me Thank you Jon Burkeen
Hi Paul, I wouldn't call you strictly amateure. Hi-8 is one of the best acquisition sources and non-linear editing capabilities is mor than I currently have. Besides it's the results of your work which determines you professionalism, not the bigger your tools (or in some cases, the bigger your toys).…
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